Dietary Aide

Job Location:

Council Grove, KS 66846

Salary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Hours:

11:00AM to 7:00PM, rotating schedule.

Benefits:
Shift and weekend differentials, benefits eligible.

• Assist in the preparation and assembly of meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Serve meals to patients, ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are adhered to.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas, including washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
• Monitor food inventory and report shortages to the supervisor.
• Help with the delivery of food trays to nursing staff in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and dietitians regarding patient dietary needs and preferences.
• Participate in training and follow all safety and hygiene regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

• Working irregular hours including weekend and special events.
• Physically demanding, high‑stress environment.
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.
• Push and pull heavy objects.
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients.
• Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.
• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

• High School Diploma.
• Previous knowledge of food service or healthcare settings is a plus.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Promote the mission of the hospital and exemplify it through food hospitality.
• Greet all patients, families and hospital visitors with a positive, cheerful attitude.
• Ensure food preparation for optimal nutrition (including attention to various age groups of patients) and economic handling of food, as well as efficient usage of time.